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Best Breakfast Apple Muffins

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180
Start your day with these moist and flavorful apple muffins, packed with cinnamon and optional nuts for added crunch.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 tsp allspice
  • 1.5 tsp salt

Wet ingredients

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 0.75 cup unsweetened smooth applesauce (room temperature)
  • 0.67 cup pure maple syrup (room temperature)
  • 0.33 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract

Main ingredients

  • 2 cups grated or shredded apple (about 2 peeled apples)
  • 0.75 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar for topping

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in applesauce, maple syrup, melted oil, and vanilla.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in grated apple and nuts if using.
  • Divide batter among muffin cups, sprinkle with coarse sugar, and bake for 20 minutes.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or top with additional nuts.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, breakfast, Muffins